Technical Assistant
April 19, 2025
Job Opening: Program Officer – Akshara Centre (Mumbai, Maharashtra)
Apply By: 16 May 2025
Location: Mumbai (Only candidates residing in Mumbai are eligible)
Email: nanditag@aksharacentre.org
Sectors:
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Gender & Women’s Empowerment
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Youth Engagement
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Capacity Building & Training
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Education & Advocacy
About the Role
Akshara Centre is looking for a passionate and committed Program Officer to implement youth-focused gender programs in Mumbai. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in grassroots-level engagement, has experience in gender sensitization and training, and is eager to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged youth.
Key Responsibilities
1. Program Implementation
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Mobilize youth through partnerships with Mumbai colleges
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Inspire and engage young people as Gender Advocates
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Develop strategies to build youth-led communities
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Organize training sessions on Gender Equality, Masculinity, and Active Citizenship
2. Documentation & Reporting
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Draft concise activity reports and success stories
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Maintain and organize program data using Excel
3. Youth Communication & Engagement
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Curate relevant youth-centric messages and videos
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Create and manage WhatsApp groups to share program information
Skills & Qualifications Required
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Graduate in Social Work or Social Sciences
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Minimum 1 year of experience in conducting training programs and managing youth projects
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Strong communication in Marathi and/or Hindi and English
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Excellent writing skills in English
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Proficient in MS Excel and internet research
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Passionate about social change, gender justice, and youth empowerment
Selection Process
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Submit your resume and samples of your previous work
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Two rounds of interviews via Zoom
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Written assignment submission
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Salary & Benefits
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Salary as per Social Work college scales, based on qualifications and experience
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Annual increments
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Medical and accident insurance
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Paid leaves: Casual, Sick, and Privileged
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Ex gratia benefits after confirmation
About Akshara Centre
Akshara is a Mumbai-based women’s organization committed to gender equality and the prevention of violence against women for over 25 years. We empower underprivileged women, train youth as Gender Advocates, and work with local authorities for a safer city.
Website: www.aksharacentre.org
How to Apply
Send your resume and relevant work samples to nanditag@aksharacentre.org by 16 May 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed.
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